The word "largest" is the superlative form of the adjective "large." It is used to describe something that is the greatest in size, extent, or capacity among a group of items or entities. "Largest" can be found in both written and spoken English; however, it tends to appear more frequently in written contexts, especially in formal writing, academic discussions, and descriptive texts.
(Голубой кит является самым большим животным на планете.)
She lives in the largest house in the neighborhood.
(Она живет в самом большом доме в округе.)
This is the largest pizza I've ever seen.
While "largest" itself is not commonly featured in idiomatic expressions, its root word "large" appears in various idioms. Here are some examples:
(Знаменитость появилась на вечеринке, на виду у всех.)
"In large part" – meaning to a great extent.
(Успех проекта во многом был обусловлен преданностью команды.)
“Go large” – to increase in size or quantity.
(После того, как они увидели спрос, компания решила увеличить объем производства.)
"Large-scale" – involving many people or things; extensive.
The word "largest" originates from the Middle English word "large," which comes from the Old French “large” meaning ample or generous. It is derived from the Latin word “largus,” which also means copious or abundant. The use of the superlative suffix "-est" is common in forming adjectives in English.